Ep. 16 | L'istituto

A Minneapolis, Luke Ellis, un dodicenne dotato di grande intelligenza, viene rapito dopo l'uccisione dei genitori e portato all'Istituto, un luogo segreto nel Maine. Qui, insieme ad altri bambini con poteri telepatici e telecinetici, è sottoposto a esperimenti nella Prima Casa, mentre la Seconda Casa è un destino fatale da cui nessuno torna. Luke organizza una fuga con l'aiuto di Tim e Wendy, rivelando lo scopo dell'Istituto: eliminare minacce future basandosi su esperimenti ispirati alla Seconda guerra mondiale.

In 'The Outsider,' Colin Wilson examines the psyche of the Outsider through the lives and works of various literary and cultural figures such as Albert Camus, Jean-Paul Sartre, Ernest Hemingway, Hermann Hesse, and Fyodor Dostoyevsky. The book delves into the Outsider's experience of dislocation and his struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that seems devoid of it. Wilson argues that the Outsider is a metaphysical man who seeks a transcending meaning and purpose for human existence, often feeling isolated and disconnected from society. The book is both a study of the Outsider's predicament and an impassioned call for a new form of existentialism that could provide a satisfying and objective religious understanding of life.

Stephen King and Peter Straub's "The Talisman" follows 12-year-old Jack Sawyer's journey across two parallel worlds to save his dying mother. Jack must navigate treacherous landscapes and confront supernatural forces in both worlds. The novel blends fantasy, horror, and adventure, exploring themes of good versus evil, friendship, and the power of belief. The story's intricate plot and compelling characters have made it a fan favorite. The book's unique blend of genres and its exploration of parallel worlds have cemented its place in fantasy literature.

In 'Elevation,' Stephen King tells the story of Scott Carey, a man living in the fictional town of Castle Rock, Maine. Scott is experiencing a bizarre condition where he is losing weight continuously, yet his physical appearance remains unchanged. As he navigates this strange affliction, Scott becomes involved in the lives of his new neighbors, Deirdre and Missy, a lesbian couple facing prejudice from the local community. The story culminates in the town's annual Thanksgiving 12K run, where Scott's condition and his newfound friendships lead to a poignant exploration of community, acceptance, and the human condition. The novella is a timely tale about finding common ground despite deep-rooted differences and features King's signature blend of supernatural elements and emotional depth.

Billy Summers is a man in a room with a gun, a killer for hire and the best in the business. He only takes jobs if the target is a truly bad guy. Now, Billy wants out, but first, there is one last hit. Billy is a decorated Iraq war vet and a master at vanishing after the job is done. However, this final job becomes complicated, involving a stay in a small town, a pretended life as a writer, and an unexpected relationship with a young woman named Alice. The novel is part war story, part love letter to small-town America, and features a complex hero seeking redemption.

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